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Q: Which of the following is the primary purpose of the DSM?

  • 1
    Understanding the causes of mental disorders
  • 2
    Placement of mental disorders in appropriate cultural context
  • 3
    Diagnosis of mental disorders
  • 4
    Selection of appropriate psychological therapies for mental disorders
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Answer : 3. "Diagnosis of mental disorders"
Explanation :

Answer: C) Diagnosis of mental disorders Explanation: The DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; it is currently in its fifth edition. The DSM is published by the APA, American Psychiatric Association. It is a crucial resource in the fields of psychology and psychiatry.

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